🐦 Chapter 8: Canadian Symbols
What is the Royal Anthem of Canada?
Correct answer: God Save the King (or Queen)
A O Canada
✓ God Save the King (or Queen)
C The Maple Leaf Forever
D Rule Britannia
💡 Explanation
Canada's Royal Anthem is God Save the King, sung as God Save the Queen when the Sovereign is a queen.
Key facts to remember
- The Royal Anthem is "God Save the King (or Queen)"
- In French it is "Dieu protege le Roi"
- Played to honour the Sovereign
- It is separate from the national anthem, O Canada
Why this is the answer
From the official Discover Canada study guide — 8.4.3 Royal Anthem:
Besides the national anthem, Canada has a Royal Anthem. Its title is "God Save the King" — or "God Save the Queen" while a woman reigns. French speakers know it as "Dieu protege le Roi." Whenever Canadians want to show honour to the Sovereign, this anthem may be sung or played. That is why, at an event held in honour of royalty, you might hear O Canada and then the Royal Anthem too. The two anthems are separate pieces with separate purposes.
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